The Photoflex First Studio Portrait Kit is designed for basic portrait photography. By entering this rapidly growing segment of the photographic lighting market, Photoflex intends to serve budget-conscious photographers who also want the traditional Photoflex quality and reliability The First Studio Product Kit is sufficient as the first set of lights for anyone who's just opening up a small studio on a budget or for those who might want to step up from on-camera flash and try studio photography. Included are: two FirstStar light heads, two FirstStar 250 watt lamps, two 43" silver umbrellas, and two 2205 LiteStands.

The Photoflex umbrella has a black exterior and a high efficiency silver interior for maximum light output. These are the most light-efficient umbrella in the world. A double-laminated interior limits light leaks and thus cuts power costs and shooting time. Compact and portable, the LiteStand comes in four sections. It sets up quickly, and the aluminum tubing extends to a maximum of 7 feet, 4 inches.

Holes in the reflectors allow you to pass through and mount the umbrellas via their stems. The stands are lightweight, but they're still strong enough to handle the large umbrellas, even when extended out to the maximum 76". When shooting at f/4 at 1/60 sec, the dual light setup worked best when positioned in close.

Main Features

• Economical 2-light setup for nicely lit portraits
• 250-watt, double-envelope tungsten lamps with E26 base
• High-efficiency, silver reflector umbrellas
• Durable, easy to operate light stands
• One-year warranty

Photographers who need product capabilities can add the LiteIgloo to the Portrait Kit either at the time of purchase or at a later date.

Photoflex provides extensive information on lighting principles, equipment lessons, lighting lessons, specifics on how products work, and product comparisons at: www.photoflexlightingschool.com.

The First Studio Product Kit has a price of $349.95 (US MSRP). The medium LiteIgloo has a price of $109.95 (US MSRP). There is also a support kit available.